Grants:Wikimedia UG Nigeria Grants/Wikimedia User Group Nigeria Community Support Fund/Abdulazeez Taufeeq / wikimedia awareness in Federal College of Wildlife management

Project summary

Briefly summarize your project proposal.

• The Federal College of Wildlife Management New Bussa, situated in Northern Nigeria, is a renowned tertiary institution known for its extensive student body and committed educators. The objective of this proposal is to promote widespread acceptance of Wikipedia and its associated projects within the college been it the first of its kind in the zone, encouraging active involvement from both students and teachers in contributing to these platforms. Additionally, the aim is to establish sustainable communities dedicated to advancing Wikimedia initiatives. Addressing the prevailing skepticism towards Wikipedia and its related projects among faculty and students is essential. A significant number of individuals currently view Wikipedia as an unreliable reference source. To counter this perception, a team of seasoned Wikimedia editors, along with myself, plans to initiate a comprehensive campaign both online and offline within the institution. This campaign will focus on showcasing the credibility and reliability of Wikimedia projects, dispelling misunderstandings, and enhancing their perceived authenticity. The aspiration is also to motivate and engage students and lecturers to take part in Wikimedia projects actively. Many individuals perceive these initiatives as entirely automated, assuming that the content is unalterable. To rectify this misconception, we will emphasize the research potential of Wikimedia projects. By illustrating how these platforms can enhance academic pursuits, we anticipate generating genuine enthusiasm and interest. Consequently, training sessions will be provided to enhance and refine Wikimedia contributions effectively. Establishing sustainable Wikimedia communities within the institution is crucial for the long-term success of this initiative. Following the provision of necessary skills to staff and students, the facilitation of a dedicated collaborative and supportive platform will be prioritized. This platform will serve as a space to address challenges, share experiences, and collectively devise solutions related to Wikimedia contributions. Through nurturing a sense of community and offering continuous support, the project's growth and engagement within the institution can be sustained.

Wikimedia Project

Please state the Wikimedia project your project will focus majorly on (e.g. English Wikipedia, Wikidata, etc). It is advisable to focus on one Wikimedia project, but a maximum of two projects is allowed.

• Wiki commons
• Wikipedia

Contact person and Location

Please state the contact details of the contact person(s) for this project including email(s) and location. For more than one contact person, indicate same details for everyone

• Full name:Abdulazeez Taufeeq
• Email address:abdulazeeztaufeeq@gmail.com
• Address:New Bussa & Niger State
• Location of Project:Federal College of Wildlife Management New Bussa school premises

Project class

Please state if you are applying as an individual or a network/club

• Individual

Timeline of activities

Please state the timeline of your activities, and include the start and end date for your project

• 10th february - 10th match 2024.

Project Goal

Choose one or more of the following goals. Feel free to add or delete goals as required by your project.

1. recruit new editors
2. Add or improve content and
3. uploading of images

Project Plan

Activities

Tell us how you'll carry out your project. Be sure to answer the following questions:

1. Are you doing one editathon or training or a series of editathons or trainings?

Wikimedia Promotions at Federal College of Wildlife Management New Bussa will encompass three distinct sessions in order to establish a Wikimedia community.

Awareness Trips - My team and I will undertake a sensitization and awareness campaign by touring the College premises, academic offices, faculties, lecture halls, and cafeterias. During these visits, we will elucidate the activities of Wikipedia and its Sister Projects. We will distribute informative fliers and handbills about Wikipedia and its sister projects. Additionally, we aim to recruit a minimum of twenty new editors who are eager to participate in Wikimedia projects, while also connecting with at least five existing editors involved in Wikimedia projects. Online onboarding session: This session aims to introduce the newly recruited Wikimedia editors from the awareness trip to the Wikimedia and its activities. It will involve creating user accounts and addressing minor editing issues. Existing editors will also benefit from this session, which will be conducted via Zoom. The session link will be publicly shared. First Physical Workshop: This workshop will facilitate one-on-one interactions with the twenty recruited participants. During the session, practical training will be provided on how to enhance Wikipedia and its sister projects. Second Physical Workshop and Edit-a-thon: This training session is designed to further refine the editing skills of both new and existing editors. Following the training, there will be a two-week Edit-a-thon, during which outstanding participants and winners will receive certificates of excellence. Moreover, the Federal College of Wildlife Management New Bussa Wikimedia Community will be established and maintained. 2. How have you let relevant Wikimedia communities know about this proposal? You are required to provide links to on-wiki pages to inform these communities about your proposed work. Examples of places where this can be done include community discussion pages, affiliate discussion pages, or relevant project talk pages.
You may also provide information about external social media channels you may be using.

Yes, I will share the link on social media platforms, targeting specific communities and raising awareness among the Wikimedia user group Nigeria and the Hausa Wikimedia Users Group. I will primarily utilize WhatsApp, as it is where the participants and target groups are most active.

3. How will you let participants know about the edit-a-thon? In what ways will you be communicating with them?
For example, these can include on-wiki spaces, social media channels, mailing lists, messaging apps, or physical/online gatherings.

SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS, MAILING LIST

4. Do you have experienced Wikimedia editors to lead the event? Please provide links to the usernames of these individuals. (NOTE: all experienced Wikimedia editors MUST endorse your proposal as proof of availability)
For example: User:Kaizenify

user: Abdulazeez Taufeeq: He is the project lead and will oversee the successful planning and execution of the project.

M I Idrees: A dedicated volunteer and seasoned Wikimedia editor on the Hausa Wikipedia, M I Idrees brings a wealth of experience to the table. His expertise lies in organizing and facilitating Wikipedia projects across Northern Nigeria, making him an invaluable addition to our team as one of the offline facilitators.

Mubarak Saeed Aliyu: Our Communication Officer, Mubarak, is not just an experienced Wikimedia editor but a diligent and hard-working force in the North Centre region. His dedication aims to build capacity and bridge the gap among experienced facilitators in the region. he stands as a communication officer for the training. 5. Do participants have the equipment or skills needed to participate and contribute high-quality content? If not, how will you support them?

Yes, There will be up to five experienced old editors including myself and other two facilitators who will join me for the success of the training.

6. How will you engage participants after the event(s)?

New editors, five other invited old editors, and the facilitators will be added to our social media platforms via WhatsApp and Telegram for further updates and participation in other Wikimedia projects

7. Is there anything else you want to tell us about this project?

Through the implementation of this project, our primary objective is to cultivate a dynamic and all-encompassing community of articles improvement and photographers. This community will enthusiastically share their images on Wikimedia Commons and improve of articles, thereby making a substantial contribution to the realm of free knowledge. We firmly believe that their collaborative endeavors will enrich the resources available, ultimately empowering individuals and enhancing their opportunities for learning.

Impact

How will you know if the project is successful and you've met your goals? Please include the following targets:

1. Number of events -3
2. Number of participants -27
3. Number of new editors -20
4. Number of image uploads - 150
5. Number of of articles created or improved -80
6. Number of repeat participants (for projects that include a series of events) -5

Metrics tracking

How do you plan to track your project metrics?

To effectively track project metrics, we will implement a comprehensive approach that includes the creation of a dedicated dashboard. This dashboard will serve as a centralized platform to monitor and analyze participants' contributions throughout the project. By utilizing the dashboard, we can keep a close eye on various metrics such as the number of articles edited, the number of new articles created, and the quality of images uploaded. The dashboard will provide real-time updates and visualizations, enabling us to easily track the progress of individual participants as well as the collective impact of the project. It will help us identify areas that require additional support or intervention, allowing us to address any challenges or bottlenecks promptly. The dashboard will allow us to generate comprehensive reports on project metrics. These reports will provide insights into the overall performance and achievements of the project, making it easier to evaluate its success and identify areas for improvement. By regularly reviewing the metrics and analyzing the data, we can make informed decisions, refine our strategies, and ensure the project's effectiveness.

Resources

What resources do you have? Include information on who is organizing the project, what they will do, and if you will receive support from anywhere else (in-kind donations or additional funding).

No

What resources do you need? For your funding request, list bullet points for each expense and include a total amount.

Food for 27 participants at #2620 per unit × 27 = #70,740

Drinks for Participants - #600 × 27 = #16,200 Table Water for participants - #450 × 27 =#12,150 Local transportation for logistics of organizers - #20,000 Branded T-Shirts(This is important for security and identification for hitch-free Wikimedia awareness and as it is the first of its kind in the area) 4,000 * 5 = 20,000 Rental of projectors, sound, and camera equipment: ₦30,000 Venue rental for the event - #50,000 Communication and Internet support for organizers - #14,000 Internet Support for participants - #1000 × 20 = #20,000 Certificate for participants - #1000 × 20 = #20,000 Contingency - #2500 Total cost = #275,590

Endorsements

M I Idrees The proposal is intelligently conceptualized and clearly articulated, I will like to support it.

Tomiwa94 I wholeheartedly endorse this project and invite each and every one of you to join us on this exciting journey. Let's make history together by being the first Wikimedia project in our community and leaving an indelible mark for generations to come.